Latest Grants and Resources for Economic Development

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Call for Proposals to address Social, Economic, Environmental, and Political problems in the US

Deadline: 16-Aug-21 The Fund for Santa Barbara has launched its proposals to address the root causes of social, economic, environmental, and political problems prevailing in the county. The fund provides seed grants to new grassroots projects; general support or project grants to small … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to address Social, Economic, Environmental, and Political problems in the US

Crown Point Community Foundation’s Grant Program in the US

Deadline: 1-Sep-21 The Crown Point Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Grant Program to create charitable endowments that provide grants to the community. Mission Enriching the quality of life in South Lake County: Providing financial assistance to fund a … [Read more...] about Crown Point Community Foundation’s Grant Program in the US

Call for Applications for Primary Grants in the US

Deadline: 21-Aug-21 The Community Foundation of North Louisiana has announced a call for applications for the Primary Grants. Program Areas The proposed program must align with one of the following program areas: Civic Engagement Economic Development Education Environment … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for Primary Grants in the US

United States: Small Organization Grants

Deadline: 21-Aug-21 The Community Foundation of North Louisiana is pleased to launch the Small Organization Grants. Program Areas The proposed program must align with one of the following Community Foundation program areas: Arts and Culture Civic Engagement Economic Development … [Read more...] about United States: Small Organization Grants

Canada: Dufferin County’s Community Grant Program

Deadline: 20-Aug-21 Dufferin County is seeking applications for its Community Grant Program. In 2018, the County of Dufferin agreed with Headwaters Communities in Action (HCIA) to administer the Community Grant program. HCIA has put together a grant team that reviews the applications, evaluates … [Read more...] about Canada: Dufferin County’s Community Grant Program

France-Merrick Foundation’s Grant – US

Deadline: 1-Sep-21 The France-Merrick Foundation concentrates its grant making within the state of Maryland with a primary focus on the Greater Baltimore area. The Foundation favors one-time, project-oriented requests which have defined beginnings and endings, as opposed to annual giving or … [Read more...] about France-Merrick Foundation’s Grant – US

City of Parramatta Council’s Small Grants Fund (Australia)

Deadline: 3-Nov-21 The City of Parramatta Council is offering Small Grants Fund to assist voluntary and staffed not-for-profit incorporated organisation to fund one-off costs that will directly support the progression of their capacity building activities, projects or programs through small … [Read more...] about City of Parramatta Council’s Small Grants Fund (Australia)

CareOregon Emergency Relief Fund – US

Deadline: 31-Dec-21 Applications are now open for the CareOregon Emergency Relief Fund to provide one-time, immediate support to CareOregon network partners experiencing financial hardship due to an emergency event outside of their control. Eligibility Criteria In order to be eligible for … [Read more...] about CareOregon Emergency Relief Fund – US

Australia: Redland City Council’s 2021-22 Community Grants

Deadline: 16-Aug-21 Redland City Council is offering 2021-22 Community Grants to support initiatives in many areas including economic development, community development, sport and recreation, cultural heritage, the arts, and the environment. The Community Grants Program provides funding to … [Read more...] about Australia: Redland City Council’s 2021-22 Community Grants

WA Bushfire Community Recovery Grants Program – Australia

Deadline: 30-Sep-21 The Community Enterprise Foundation is seeking applications for its WA Bushfire Community Recovery Grants Program. This Community Grants Program is administered by Community Enterprise Foundation and made possible by the generous support of the donors of the Western … [Read more...] about WA Bushfire Community Recovery Grants Program – Australia

Swope Dreams Community Impact Challenge

Deadline: 15-Aug-21 Applications are now open for the Swope Dreams Community Impact Challenge to improve residents’ lives in southwest Atlanta neighborhoods. Each individual or team can request up to $5000 to support a project/initiative they believe will enrich and improve their community. … [Read more...] about Swope Dreams Community Impact Challenge

2021-22 Volunteer Generation Fund in the US

Deadline: 13-Aug-21 Volunteer Florida is pleased to announce the availability of 2021-2022 Volunteer Generation Fund (VGF) grant funding. This program helps organizations to more effectively recruit, manage, support and retain skills-based volunteers. Skills-based volunteering is a strategic … [Read more...] about 2021-22 Volunteer Generation Fund in the US

Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham’s Grant – US

Deadline: 13-Aug-21 The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham (CFGM) is offering offers grant opportunities that are open to nonprofits serving Blount, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair and Walker Counties. Priority Areas Thriving Communities Equity and Inclusion Regional … [Read more...] about Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham’s Grant – US

2021 Duwamish River Opportunity Fund in the US

Deadline: 16-Aug-21 The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is currently accepting applications for the 2021 Duwamish River Opportunity Fund (DROF) to enhance existing programs and support new programs focused on challenges faced by Duwamish River communities. DROF is one component of a … [Read more...] about 2021 Duwamish River Opportunity Fund in the US

CFNIL’s Community Grants Program – US

Deadline: 13-Sep-21 The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL) is excited to announce that the Community Grants program to serve as a catalyst for giving in order to attract, preserve, and grow an endowment for the current and future needs of the people of Northern Illinois. Founded … [Read more...] about CFNIL’s Community Grants Program – US

2021 American Rescue Plan Act Build Back Better Regional Challenge – US

Deadline: 19-Oct-21 The Department of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Build Back Better Regional Challenge (BBBRC) to assist communities and regions impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The pandemic has caused, and continues to cause, economic injury to … [Read more...] about 2021 American Rescue Plan Act Build Back Better Regional Challenge – US

Clifton-Fine Community Fund – United States

Deadline: 27-Aug-21 The Northern New York Community Foundation is pleased to launch the Clifton-Fine Community Fund to enhance the quality of life for year-round and seasonal residents in the Clifton-Fine region, which includes the communities of Clifton, Cranberry Lake, Fine, Newton Falls, … [Read more...] about Clifton-Fine Community Fund – United States

Alabama Power Foundation’s 2021 Gateway Grants in the US

Deadline: 8-Sep-21 The Alabama Power Foundation's 2021 Gateway Grants to unlock the economic and cultural value within the communities by helping the towns invite new visitors, new industries, and new neighbors to their little part of the great state. From the makers of Gees Bend to the … [Read more...] about Alabama Power Foundation’s 2021 Gateway Grants in the US

Austrian-American Partnership Fund (Grants of up to $10,000)

Deadline: 15-Nov-21 Applications are now open for the Austrian- American Partnership Fund to support collaboration and cultural exchange between Austrian and U.S. non-governmental organization, universities, professional associations, arts and cultural organizations. The goals of the program … [Read more...] about Austrian-American Partnership Fund (Grants of up to $10,000)

Somalia Marginalized and Minority Fellows Program

Deadline: 01-Sep-21 U.S. Embassy Mogadishu announces this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Somalia Marginalized and Minority Fellows Program Pilot Cohort. The fellows program seeks to use a fellowship model successfully employed by the World Bank and USAID/Somalia’s DAMAL project … [Read more...] about Somalia Marginalized and Minority Fellows Program

U.S. Mission to Jerusalem: Establishing the U.S. Palestinian Affairs Unit eHub

Deadline: 01-Sep-21 The U.S. Department of State and U.S. Mission to Jerusalem is seeking applications for Establishing the U.S. Palestinian Affairs Unit eHub program to focus on economic, entrepreneurial, and advanced employment skills, the Palestinian Affairs Unit of the U.S. Embassy aims to … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Jerusalem: Establishing the U.S. Palestinian Affairs Unit eHub

NGO Grant for Poverty Alleviation and Social Justice Projects

Deadline: 15-Aug-21 Nominations are now open for the Global Fund for Jesus (GFFJ) NGO Grant Awards to bring the Kingdom of God on earth by focusing on alleviation of global and social justice issues through resource mobilization and program implementation networks, partnerships and strategic … [Read more...] about NGO Grant for Poverty Alleviation and Social Justice Projects

Colorado Sustaining Humanities American Rescue Plan Grants – US

Deadline: 10-Sep-21 The Colorado Humanities is offering Colorado Sustaining Humanities American Rescue Plan (COSHARP) grants to provide general operating support to organizations to recover from the economic hardship due to the cancellation of or changes to their public humanities activities as a … [Read more...] about Colorado Sustaining Humanities American Rescue Plan Grants – US

CCCF’s Geographic Enrichment Grant Program – US

Deadline: 01-Oct-21 The Charlevoix County Community Foundation (CCCF) is seeking applications for its Geographic Enrichment Grant Program to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Charlevoix County, now and for generations to come. The Community Foundation helps people make a … [Read more...] about CCCF’s Geographic Enrichment Grant Program – US

Call for Applications for STEG Ideas for Transformation

Deadline: 01-Sep-21 The Structural Transformation and Economic Growth (STEG) invites applications for the first round of STEG Ideas for Transformation to fund cutting-edge research that can be published in leading academic journals while simultaneously informing policy dialogue in low- and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for STEG Ideas for Transformation

United States: 2021-22 Community Grants Program

Deadline: 18-Oct-21 In addition to providing support for programs identified by the Foundation’s Board of Directors and Advisory Council, the Community Grants program was established to support the many local organizations currently doing important work for the benefit of the residents of … [Read more...] about United States: 2021-22 Community Grants Program

MontcoStrong 2021 Non-Profit Resiliency Grant Program – US

Deadline: 10-Aug-21 Applications are now open for the the MontcoStrong 2021 Non-Profit Resiliency Grant Program, which is being administered by the Montgomery County Commerce Department through the Redevelopment Authority of Montgomery County. The program provides non-profit entities with … [Read more...] about MontcoStrong 2021 Non-Profit Resiliency Grant Program – US

Chicago Foundation for Women’s Grant Program (US)

Deadline: 9-Aug-21 Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW) is pleased to announce the 2021 Primary Grant to advance gender equity, which they believe to be inherently interconnected with racial, economic, and health equity. CFW envisions a world in which all women and girls, transgender, and gender … [Read more...] about Chicago Foundation for Women’s Grant Program (US)

Call for Proposals: European Slate Development

Deadline: 25-Aug-21 European Commission is seeking proposals for European Slate Development. Objective The objective of the European slate development support is to foster the competitiveness of European independent production companies and to increase their economic weight on the market. … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: European Slate Development

United States: Safety Net Grant Program

Deadline: Ongoing The Brookline Community Foundation (BCF) is pleased to announce the Safety Net Grant Program to enable organizations and community groups to provide, adapt, or expand vital services to the Brookline community. Focus Area Safety Net grants aim to support organizations, … [Read more...] about United States: Safety Net Grant Program

Grants to Support Social Stability and Security of the Conflict-Affected Communities – Nigeria

Deadline: 10-Aug-21 UNDP is calling for proposals to Support Social Stability and Security of the Conflict-Affected Communities. To support social stability and recovery of the communities in the North East and the Middle Belt, UNDP has implemented projects, creating many successful cases, in … [Read more...] about Grants to Support Social Stability and Security of the Conflict-Affected Communities – Nigeria

2022 Racine County Cultural and Community Services Grant – US

Deadline: 15-Aug-21 The Racine County is offering 2022 Cultural and Community Services Grant (CCSG) to apply for funding that will assist them in providing community-based programs or capital projects that align with Racine County’s mission statement: the cultivation of innovative, sustainable, … [Read more...] about 2022 Racine County Cultural and Community Services Grant – US

Australia: Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s Major Grants

Deadline: 30-Aug-21 Can your not-for-profit group make the community more active, vibrant, inclusive, resilient and creative? If yes, then this Major Grants is for you! The Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Major Grants support not-for-profit organisations to deliver one-off projects, events … [Read more...] about Australia: Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s Major Grants

Norfolk Social Infrastructure Fund – UK

Deadline: 10-Sep-21 Applications are now open for the Norfolk Social Infrastructure Fund to support their communities in a variety of ways, from food and deliveries to tackling loneliness through befriending schemes. The Social Infrastructure Fund is Norfolk County Council's capital grants … [Read more...] about Norfolk Social Infrastructure Fund – UK

UKRI: Research to Improve UK Economic Productivity

Deadline: 07-Oct-21 The UK Research and Innovation is seeking applications for its Research to Improve UK Economic Productivity. Focus Areas Areas that the ESRC’s expert advisory group identified as particularly under-researched in relation to improving UK productivity are: Diversity … [Read more...] about UKRI: Research to Improve UK Economic Productivity

Tanzania: Kigoma Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 13-Aug-21 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched an innovation challenge exercise in Kigoma. The aim of this exercise is to identify Grassroots Innovative Solutions and Business Ideas with potential of tackling socio-economic development challenges in Kigoma … [Read more...] about Tanzania: Kigoma Innovation Challenge

Boston Foundation’s Open Door Grants in the US

Deadline: 9-Sep-21 The Boston Foundation is pleased to announce the Open Door Grants to share and shift power to community through community-directed grantmaking. Open Door Grants is an open, responsive semi-annual grantmaking program, especially focused on organizations serving and building … [Read more...] about Boston Foundation’s Open Door Grants in the US

2021 American Rescue Plan Act Good Jobs Challenge – US

Deadline: 26-Jan-22 The Department of Commerce is accepting proposals for the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Good Jobs Challenge to assist communities and regions impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The pandemic has caused, and continues to cause, economic injury to U.S. communities and … [Read more...] about 2021 American Rescue Plan Act Good Jobs Challenge – US

Round 5 – HoCo Rise Business Grant for Nonprofits in the US

Deadline: 31-Jul-21 The Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) is seeking applications for the 5th round of HoCo Rise Business Grant for Nonprofits to provide financial support Howard County. Eligible uses of funds include reimbursement for the costs of business interruption … [Read more...] about Round 5 – HoCo Rise Business Grant for Nonprofits in the US

2021 American Rescue Plan Act Statewide Planning, Research, and Networks (US)

Deadline: 31-Oct-21 The Department of Commerce has announced the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Statewide Planning, Research, and Networks. This NOFO seeks to build regional economies for the future through two primary avenues: Statewide Planning: Through grants provided to States, … [Read more...] about 2021 American Rescue Plan Act Statewide Planning, Research, and Networks (US)

Call for Proposals: Lemonaid & ChariTea Foundation’s Grant Programme

Deadline: 15-Aug-21 The Lemonaid & ChariTea Foundation is currently accepting applications from specifically local non-profit organizations from South Africa, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, India and Rwanda. Vision: Every person has access to independent, self-determined and sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Lemonaid & ChariTea Foundation’s Grant Programme

Canada: Event Development Grant Programme

Deadline: 12-Oct-21 Applications are now open for the Event Development Grant Programme. The City of Thunder Bay supports community not-for-profit organizers to host events which contribute to the local economy, enhance volunteerism, develop sport and showcase their community pride. The … [Read more...] about Canada: Event Development Grant Programme

2nd Call for Applications for 2021 Pacific Fund

Deadline: 06-Sep-21 The Embassy of France in Wellington is pleased to announce the 2nd call for applications for the 2021 Pacific Fund to contribute to the regional insertion of French collectivities: New Caledonia, French Polynesia, Wallis and Futuna. The Fund for economic, social, cultural and … [Read more...] about 2nd Call for Applications for 2021 Pacific Fund

Women’s Voice and Leadership (WVL) Grant Program in Kenya

Deadline: 12-Aug-21 The Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) is seeking applications to strengthen institutional capacity and interventions of local/ grassroots women rights organizations seeking to empower women and girls to realize their rights and achieve gender equality. The … [Read more...] about Women’s Voice and Leadership (WVL) Grant Program in Kenya

Common Fund for Commodities: Grants of up to USD 120,000

Deadline: 15-Oct-21 The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is seeking applications for financing projects along the commodity value chains following sustainability roadmap. CFC provides a range of financial and technical instruments to support projects proposed by SMEs/enterprises, cooperatives, … [Read more...] about Common Fund for Commodities: Grants of up to USD 120,000

Cleveland Foundation’s Grant Program in the US

Deadline: 31-Jul-21 The Cleveland Foundation's Grant Program to support their partners across Cuyahoga, Lake and Geauga counties. Mission Its mission is to enhance the lives of all residents of Greater Cleveland, now and for generations to come, by working together with the donors to … [Read more...] about Cleveland Foundation’s Grant Program in the US

Submit Applications for Economic Recovery Grant 2021

Deadline: 13-Aug-21 The U.S. Mission to Fiji is seeking applications for its Economic Recovery Grant 2021 to assist local organizations and associations that are already finding solutions to the economic and health adversities caused by the pandemic, with a special emphasis on tourism, … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Economic Recovery Grant 2021

Waste Levy Fund for Seed Funding – New Zealand

Deadline: 25-Jul-21 The Kapiti Coast District Council is seeking applications for its Waste Levy Fund for Seed Funding to encourage the establishment of waste minimization businesses or initiatives on the Kapiti Coast and create opportunities for waste minimization and economic … [Read more...] about Waste Levy Fund for Seed Funding – New Zealand

USAID-Pakistan: Economic Recovery and Development Activity Grant Program

Deadline: 23-Aug-21 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement from qualified entities to implement the Economic Recovery and Development Activity (ERDA). This funding opportunity is open to all entities and USAID expects … [Read more...] about USAID-Pakistan: Economic Recovery and Development Activity Grant Program

Local Common Use Facility Grant Scheme – Turkey

Deadline: 24-Sep-21 The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) has announced the applications for the Local Common Use Facility Grant Scheme. The aim of the ENHANCER project seeks to enable the Syrians under temporary protection (SuTPs) and the local host communities … [Read more...] about Local Common Use Facility Grant Scheme – Turkey

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